Mar 19, 2021 - News

The most popular words in Des Moines Zillow listings

Linh Ta

Illustration of a search box shaped like a house, with the words "garage" being typed. — Illustration: Brendan Lynch/Axios

The top term used in home listings in Des Moines was "garage," according to Zillow.

Why it matters: The language in listings gives a sense as to what's most desirable in the city's red-hot real estate market, as agents compete to catch a potential buyer's attention.

The top 10 Zillow terms in Des Moines:

Garage (49% of listings)
Fireplace (35%)
Walk-in closet (27%)
Fenced backyard (24%)
Hardwood (23%)
Patio (22%)
Pet-friendly condo (21%)
Bar (20%)
Stainless steel (19%)
Granite (17%)

The state of play: April Seydel, sales manager of Hubbell Homes, told Axios that Des Moines buyers want spacious homes with outdoor spaces.

What's in: Kitchen pendant lights and custom cabinet hardware.
What's out: Carpet and the farmhouse style.

The big picture: Des Moines buyers are similar to national buyers — we just want space for our cars, families and pets.

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The most popular words in Des Moines Zillow listings

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